Working as a Filipino Teacher and Teaching Assistant in Qatar

Teachers are in demand everywhere. After all, they are responsible for molding the minds of children and even adults. Those with the skills and extensive experience can command a much higher salary.

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Qatar has many opportunities for teachers and teaching assistants. If you would like to apply for a teaching position in this Gulf State, keep on reading to get more ideas.

Disclaimer: The information posted here is based on the personal experiences that the OFW shared on the video. Please let this post serve as a guide only. If you have specific questions, you may ask the OFW by commenting on their video on their accounts.

Salary Expectations of Teachers and Teaching Assistants

In this YouTube video from Joel Balledo TV, we get some ideas on what a teacher and teaching assistant can expect. Let’s discuss the important points that the vlogger shared:

Before you begin working in a particular country, you should know the average salary that they offer
If you are going to get the same salary as what you would get in the Philippines, then there is no reason for you to leave the country and your family behind
However, if the job offer is significantly greater than your current salary, then you should take this opportunity
There are a number of teachers and teaching assistants currently working in Qatar, and they are doing well for themselves
The teaching profession can be a good work opportunity since teachers only work from Sunday to Thursday
Their work hours are from 6 AM to 3 PM only
Teachers that have worked longer in Qatar are able to help their families back home
At some employers, the average salary of an assistant teacher is around QR 2,500, while some schools include housing, food, and transportation
There are some schools that provide accommodation and transportation on top of the salary
Some schools offer QR 3,000 to 3,500, while those who are working longer may expect to earn QR 3,800 to QR 4,200
Most schools prefer to hire female teaching assistants
Some male teachers are also given opportunities in Qatar, especially in international schools
The average salary of a teacher is from QR 5,000 to QR 8,000, and those who work in bigger schools can earn up to QR 15,000 per month

Filipinos Have an Advantage

There have been cases where schools prefer Filipinos because we can adapt easily and can speak English better
It’s also important to note that Filipinos are some of the most trusted employees in the Middle East
Some teaching assistants in Qatar don’t have the same work experience back home, but some employers are willing to take them in
In the end, the vlogger suggested that if you want to work abroad, you should assess the skills that you have to succeed
Also, be sure to transact with legal recruiters so that you can get a legitimate job

You can watch the full video here:

What are the responsibilities of a teaching assistant?

While we are familiar with the responsibilities of a teacher, we should also appreciate the roles that teaching assistants play in the classroom. And if you want to pursue a career in assisting teachers, here are some common responsibilities to take note of:

Assist the teacher in supervising the students
Supervise a small group of children in the class
Provide one-on-one assistance with special-needs children
Help in marking students’ work
Accompany children in school activities

We hope that the information presented above can help you prepare for a teaching or teaching assistant career. Remember to do due diligence with every transaction so that you will not waste your effort, time, and money.